There will be a gathering of ministers on Saturday, October 19th, from 10:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. The procedures and protocols for each liturgical ministry will be reviewed to ensure that all ministers are on the same page. The Pastoral Plan of the Diocese will also be rolled out, particularly its mandate on evangelization to make every Parish a welcoming community, and how liturgical ministers can support this effort. Parishioners who feel moved to explore being a liturgical minister are invited to come to the gathering to learn more about who a liturgical minister is and how his or her call to be a steward of his or her gift flows from and directed to the Eucharist. Registration is available in the parish website.
There will be a Christmas Night Market from December 13th through December 14th. The Parish is now accepting applications to join the Night Market. A sales permit from the County is required to apply. Each vendor can apply for a maximum of 2 spaces. Each space is 96" x 17". Awarding of space locations is on a first-come, first-served basis. Donation is $50.00/space/day.
The Parish will have the St. Joseph of Cupertino Parish Filipino Heritage Night on December 8th. This is a fundraising event to help the Parish in its effort to continue its evangelization mission. The Golden Warrior will take on the Minnesota Wolves at the Chase Center. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. Each ticket purchased through this offer will include a commemorative Filipino Heritage T-Shirt. A special event voucher is required to redeem. Details will follow. Tickets for this offer is limited.
This year the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary falls on Thursday, August 15. This is a holy day of obligation for Catholics. Holy Days of Obligation are days within the Church’s liturgical year that Catholics must attend Mass. The Vigil Mass is on Wednesday, August 14, at 6:30 p.m. This coincides with the event "Jesus Heals." The masses on Thursday, August 15, are at 8:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
A Shallow World Conference live event, Jesus Heals will come to the Parish on Wednesday, August 14. Everyone is invited to bring their life's struggles to the source of all healing, Jesus Christ and be transformed by His grace. It a unique opportunity to gather and seek healing of mind, body and soul. The event will be led by gifted priest and world-renowned speaker, Dr. Roy Palatty. Mass begins at 6:30 p.m. There will be spiritual talk, silent reflection in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, and special prayers. Blessings for the sick will also be offered at this faith filled, life changing event. Come to encounter the Lord's tender love at this mystical healing service and experience the heart of Jesus who longs to heal you through the most Holy and Blessed Sacrament. The event ends at 9:00 p.m.
It's time to get rid of your unwanted items! Join the Spring-Cleaning Fundraiser of St. Joseph of Cupertino Church. It will be on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A Goodwill Store truck will be waiting to receive items. Acceptable items are adult and children's clothing, shoes and boots, accessories, toys, books, small household appliances, electronics, and E-waste. Items that will not be accepted are hazardous materials or liquids, flammable items, trash, weapons, food, furniture and appliances, and any unusable items.
A group of parishioners worked under the sun's heat to finish the landscaping project on the North De Anza Boulevard lawn. These parishioners are Ron Palma, Ed Johnson, Maureen and Henry Paavy, Vince Chetcuti , Haufai Auyeung and his wife, Christina Salvatore, Tom Lewis, Claudio Hanger, Laura Lo , John Russel and his team of Apple employees. The City of Cupertino funded the landscaping project. Kudos to all of them!
40 Weeks: An Ignatian Path to Christ with Sacred Prayer is a highly practical, easily understood, week-by-week Ignatian spiritual discipline. It allows a person's integrated healing and peace in Christ. Participants learn to bring their lives to Christ for healing, connect their daily lives with Christ, and discern truth from falsehood in their core identity. Sacred Story prayer is modeled on St. Ignatius' classic examination of conscience, a proven path to spiritual growth. Fr. William M. Watson, SJ, author of the program, writes: "Sacred Story practice focuses attention on things that are both delightful and difficult to experience. But as St. Ignatius learned, focusing attention on the difficult things is very fruitful. These aspects of your life history have the potential to rob you of hope, joy, love, and freedom. You can experience deeper, lasting peace by letting difficulties arise and allowing the Divine Physician to heal you. We have nothing to fear with Christ by our side." There are now two groups running the 40 Weeks in the Parish. The second group begins their journey on Sunday, May 26, from 3:00 - 4:00 pm in the Rectory Staff Room. It's still not too late to register. Registration is free at https://stjosephofcupertino2.flocknote.com/signup/165458.
Due to conflicts in the facility reservations, there won't be any ballroom dancing classes on May 16 and May 30. The last session for May is on May 23. This will still be in Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m. through 8:30 p.m. The ballroom dancing classes will take a summer break from June through July. Please watch out for announcements when the classes will resume.
Easter Sunday Masses in the church are at 9:30 am and 11:00 am. The Mass for families and children is at 9:30 am in the Parish Hall. The Easter Egg Hunt follows after the 9:30 am Mass at 10:45 am in the St. Joseph of Cupertino School field. There will be food truck, games and prizes and free face painting, balloon twisters, and magic bubbles. Everyone is invited to come.
Today, March 25, marks the beginning of the Holy Week. Taizé Prayer Service is on Holy Wednesday, March 27 in the church from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This is an evening of prayer, scripture reading, and repetitive chants under a candlelight environment. The Evening's Mass of the Lord Supper is on Holy Thursday, March 28 from 7:00 pm to about 8:30 pm. The Blessed Sacrament will be transferred to the Altar of Repose in the Fr. Greg Ng Kimm Community Center for adoration from about 8:30 pm until midnight. The Seven Last Words is on Good Friday, March 29 from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in the Fr. Greg Ng Kimm Community Center. William King, a Catholic lay evangelist from the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, will do the reflections. This is followed by Good Friday Service of the Lord's Passion at 3:00 pm. Confessions are available after the service. Easter Vigil begins at 8:00 pm. Three candidates will be accepted into the Catholic Church and will receive for the first time the three Sacraments of Initiation--the Sacrament of Baptism, Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, and the Sacrament of Confirmation.
There will not be any Confession service, and Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament tomorrow evening, Tuesday, March 12, at 7:00 pm. It will resume next Tuesday, March 19.
This year's Lunar New Celebration in the Parish is next Sunday, February 25. The celebration begins with a Mass at 11:00 am where ancestors will be honored. After Mass, the celebration continues in the Parish Hall. The celebration features some cultural shows The Buukimtu Lion and Dragon Association will culminate the celebration with a Dragon Dance. Lunch will be served displaying a variety of Chinese food. Those who are planning to come to the reception must register at https://stjosephofcupertino2.flocknote.com/signup/151965. Organizers want to make sure there is enough food for everyone. Special thanks to Kenny Lee who coordinated all the preparation for the celebration. The Parish is also indebted to the contributions of Teresa Khoo and a host of volunteers.
In light of the heavy rains expected this weekend, the Grief Meeting on Sunday, February 18 is cancelled. The Grief Meeting resumes on Sunday, March 17, same time from 2:30 - 3:30 pm in the Fr. Greg Ng Kim Community Center.
Re-registration for the 2024-2025 school year will open in February. Teachers are beginning to plan for classes and events, and assume that all that are currently enrolled will enroll next year, except for the graduating eighth graders. Financial Assistance is available to new and current SJC families. Please contact the school office for more information at 408-252-6441. The B.A.S.I.C Fund financial aid program is available to any family that qualifies. Scholarships are awarded on a “first come, first served” basis. Application information is available online at www.basicfund.org
The 7th and 8th Grade students of St. Joseph of Cupertino School were selected by the City of Cupertino to participate in the Cupertino City Schools Exchange Program over April Break. These selected students have the opportunity to learn about school life in Copertino, Italy.
For two consecutive years, the St. Joseph of Cupertino School (SJCS) has been voted as the best private school in s to determine which private sc00000hool in the Bay Area has the greatest number of residents who feel strongly about it. SJCS came out again as the winner this year. St. Joseph of Cupertino School is the educational gateway to a child's future. In the heart of Silicon Valley, the School's TK, K-8th grade Catholic school is focused on the care of the whole person. The School goes beyond caring for the educational growth of its students and strives to foster their moral, emotional, and spiritual growth. Earning the top academic schools in the Diocese of San Jose is one example of reaching the School's academic goals. SJCS indeed looks forward to a bright future, and every faculty, staff, student, and family is gearing up for it. To know more about the SJCS, visit the website sjcschool.org. Tours are available every day.
The construction of the new St. Joseph Cupertino Garden Square has begun and it's near completion. The square garden is envisioned to be a place where parishioners can gather for hospitality and other social events. The Parish wishes to thank Zenaida Bailon, a long-time parishioner, for providing the funds for its construction.